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LR06 EPP

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,644 mi
Last recorded136,644 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR06 EPP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 136,644 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 136,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2024 134,797 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2024 134,797 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2023 133,231 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2023 133,226 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 130,098 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 123,581 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 123,581 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 111,126 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 101,761 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 89,882 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 76,075 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 76,075 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 67,371 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 58,715 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 58,715 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 51,632 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 51,632 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 43,348 miles

Front wiper blades are slightly worn.

Nearside rear tyre cracking and cut to tread.

Offside rear tyre is cracking.

Pass 2 Mar 2011 31,999 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil "4"

Fail 2 Mar 2011 31,999 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil "4"

Pass 6 Mar 2010 23,210 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 17,470 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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LR06 EPP is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 67,762 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR06 EPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LR06 EPP registered?

LR06 EPP is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 March 2006.

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